Overview

• The bill passed the House of Commons without opposition last week before clearing the Senate on Tuesday.
• It bars the foreign affairs minister from pledging to undermine tariff rate quotas or import tariffs in trade talks.
• Canada’s supply management system limits dairy, eggs, chicken and turkey production to prevent price fluctuations.
• Complaints under CUSMA and the CPTPP from U.S. and New Zealand farmers have challenged Canada’s import controls.
• Cattle and grain producers argue the measure could restrict negotiators and hinder export market access.